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JUNIOR TOYS & BOOKS AWARDS 2013
By Junior on 24/01/2013 14:01:36
Childhood is a time filled with play and wonder – what better way to enjoy than with a brilliant array of toys and books. Entries are now invited for the Junior Design Awards 2013…
FROM A TIMELESS classic heirloom toy to the latest fad that catches a child's imagination and becomes a playground hit, from a beloved fairytale given a new modern twist to all the latest hi-tech apps and video games, children are born to play
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Best Eco Toy - Wishbone Flip
By Junior Design Awards on 20/01/2013 14:45:00
Our Junior Design Award winner 2012 is Inventive, inspirational and kind to the environment too
Stylish good looks certainly don’t equal any compromise on the fun factor of this ingenious three-in-one wooden toy that starts life as a rocker, then a push toy and ride-on, ensuring enduring longevity. Wishbone are totally committed
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Fabulous food-inspired toys
By Junior on 31/12/2012 16:13:00
Foodie fun from pretty cakes to picnic sets - and all calorie free!
Wooden Ice Lolly Set £15 from Great Little Trading Co.
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Six super-cool snow toys
By Fiona McKim on 10/01/2013 14:26:53
We hear an icy front is on the horizon so treat your child to a slick snow accessory
Penguin and Polar Bear Inflatable SledgesWhat's black and white and fun all over? Why it's an inflatable penguin sledge! The cute waddling chappie is joined by a polar bear chum in these modern toboggans, perfect for easy storage and travel.Inflatable sledge, £15.99 by Snowboogie...
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Joe Blogs: A Shortie's Shopping Guide to New York City
By Joe on 14/01/2013 14:32:00
Forget the fashion: what a boy wants is toys, and candy, and Lego!
have devised an alternative shopping guide for those who prefer things like, well, toys! Joe's wardrobe: Green trousers by Ballatine (vintage), T-shirt by Lands' End; leather baseball boots by Mini Boden. Read on to discover my favourite New York
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Join in with the LeapFrog Tag Reading Campaign
By Gavin Day on 26/11/2012 08:34:00
Our sister site MadeForMums is having a Reading Month in association with LeapFrog, the award-winning creator of imaginative educational toys
;} Discover more with LeapFrog TagWelcome to the Junior Book Club Reading Month in association with Leapfrog, the award-winning creator of imaginative education toys Gazing upon your beauteous newborn baby, you can’t help
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Junior meets designer Donna Wilson
By Amanda Pauley on 24/01/2013 12:06:16
From four-eyed bunnies to squirrel-foxes, Donna lets us into her unique world of quirky handcrafted toys
Designer Of The Year at the British Design Awards in 2010.Her latest project is a delightful book of craft projects entitled 'Creative Creatures' (Kingfisher, £9.99). Her toy story began on a farm in Aberdeenshire, where she spent her time playing
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The best teddy bears
By Kelly Beswick on 07/12/2012 13:37:40
What child can resist a gorgeous teddy bear
Small Baby Snuggle Teddy, £22By Britt Designs from Baby Sleep Shop
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When Steiff met Mr Selfridge
By Fiona McKim on 18/01/2013 11:12:30
Junior’s favourite heritage bear dazzles on the set of glamorous drama
whispers that screen-siren ‘Spirit of Selfridges’ Ella Love will be performing a cheeky teddy bear dance with the vintage critters in Sunday’s episode. All will be revealed…Read more...Winner Best Classic Toy 2012- Steiff Jointed Plush Teddy BearSuri Cruise
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Big Ted and Wilbur's Mitten Kitten craft
By Amanda Pauley on 24/01/2013 11:36:15
Donna Wilson's four-fingered cat is a cute critter that just longs to be made and played with
Odd socks and old gloves can be made into new friends!You will need:A woolen glovePolyester toy stuffing, or old fabric remnantsNeedle and threadFelt to make features, tail and scarfScissorsWoolSmall pom-pomWhat to do:1. Find a glove - choose an old
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